1995 Acura Legend vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 635 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
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1995 Acura Legend | 2003 Honda Z | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | Legend | Z |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |